Myanmar has recently opened up to the outside world,
hence the travelers are venturing into the country. In this article, we will discuss
all the essential things to know before taking a trip to the beautiful country
of Myanmar.
It is only possible to enter Myanmar on an e-Visa at
Yangon, Mandalay, and Nay Pyi Taw international airports; and at three Thai-Myanmar
land border crossings Tachileik, Mayawadi (Myawaddy) and Kawthoung. If you wish
to apply for visa, you can do that online as well. E-Visa is electronic visa which is completely an online application
system which helps you keeping away from long queue and you can also apply for
it from the comfort of your home.
Accommodations
In the major destinations such as Yangon and Bagan,
there is shortage of hotel rooms. Hence, it is advisable to pre-book the hotel. Accommodations in these
major places fill up as far as a month in advance, particularly if it is a place
listed in a guidebook. Most of the places can be pre-booked online. Hence,
reserve your room as soon as you can.
Money
Myanmar is not a cheap destination anymore, so make
sure to adjust your budget accordingly. Even for basic accommodations
prices have risen drastically.
Network
The smart option to keep in touch in Yangon and
Mandalay is by buying a cheap SIM. Moreover, internet access has also improved there.
Wi-Fi has become a norm, hence every hotel, guesthouses and cafes offers it for
free.
Safety
Comparative to other countries, Myanmar is safe for
foreigners. However, you should take the usual precautions of using hotel lockers
or safes for your valuables. Female travelers should not experience any
harassment or different treatment.
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Etiquette
Tips
Myanmar is still a very conservative country. People
here still adorn traditional clothes such as longyi for men and htamein for
women; and both are sarong-like garments. Exposing knees or shoulders will make
the localites uncomfortable.
Also note that, money is handed over and received with
the right hand, while the left hand loosely supports the right arm.
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